April 2017 Beauty Lust List

April is the first full month of Spring! I’m excited to shed myself of the gray feeling of winter and jump into the energy of the new season.

And of course, buy new beauty goodies!

Spring is usually a really fun time in the beauty world. Many brands launch awesome new products and we, as consumers and influencers, get the sneak peak!

I’ve got my eye on a few products this month (who am I kidding – I’m stalking these product pages like a hawk), and they are what make up my April 2017 Beauty Lust List! Click through to check out my picks for this month!

Spring is finally here! The month of March is a transitional period for me, meaning it’s time to switch up some products and try some new things.

Honestly, I had to stop my no-buy from February because my skin was angry. I was sick for the entire first half of March and my t-zone and under my nose was red and inflamed. I had to take care of that little (big, really) problem before it got out of hand.

Once my face cleared up some, I was able to create a couple of looks that I really loved, but I couldn’t get blog-quality pictures of them. Such. A. Bummer. I really need a better camera, because using my iPhone is such a flippin’ hassle. The camera on the 7 plus is phenomenal, but I can never get the angle right when taking a picture! It’s about time for a DSLR.

Anyway, this list of March beauty must-haves is a combo of old/new products that I really enjoyed using!

Spring is finally here! The dreariness of the winter months has subsided and given way to the positivity, renewal, and fresh ideas of the new season. Spring can be a highly motivating time of year. However, as we tend to our families, our careers, and our homes, we shouldn’t forget to tend to ourselves. A change of season is a great time to evaluate the level of self-care we are currently providing ourselves, as well as how much we really need. Taking a few minutes per day or one day of the week is a great way to start a self-care routine. In any case, we should be on the look-out for opportunities to take care of ourselves. Looking for a few ideas on how to sneak in a little you-time? Here are a few spring self-care essentials according to my philosophy:

Creating a killer makeup look can be quite complicated. There’s a reason why YouTube makeup gurus are becoming more popular; many of us want to learn the more difficult techniques for ourselves. Sometimes, though, all those techniques can make a process that is supposed to be fun and creative feel like a final exam. When our makeup application becomes a chore, what can we do to change that? The answer is to simplify your makeup routine! There are a few steps we can eliminate and still have a cohesive, beautiful look.

GRWM Playlist of the Week – March 5th, 2017

Hi guys! I managed to produce a solid look this week, despite the chaos of the week itself. I spent most of the week doing busy-mom things. On Thursday, my baby girl had her four-month shots. I was dreading the thought of her hurting but she took it like a champ and probably made it out better than we did. Anyway, this week’s playlist reflects the experience of me going through older music as well as discover something new! It’s been an R&B-and-hip-hop type of week for me. When I need an emotional re-awakening and want to get the good vibes flowing, R&B usually hits the spot. So check out the songs that did it for me this week in my GRWM Playlist!

Alicia Nicole

Hi and welcome to my blog! My name is Alicia, and I'm a 25-year-old wife and mother of one. You've reached my online home where I obsess over makeup, skincare and all things beauty. You'll find makeup looks, reviews, and information about brands and new products. Thank you for stopping by and subscribe so that you'll be notified of new posts!

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